Training with a 12 gauge can get punishing, especially if you shoot high-brass defensive loads. But there’s an option that is easier to train with. The 20 gauge guns are growing in popularity, and we know why. Here are 5 reasons why you should consider the 20.
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The Thompson M1927A1 from Auto Ordnance
BY Dave Higginbotham Updated: April 24, 2016The Thompson. This is an epic and storied gun. So how does it handle on the range? Exceptionally well. In a world of high-speed black rifles, it is a privileged to take a Thompson to the range. And Auto-Ordnance, celebrating the 100th year of the Thompson, is giving this one away (along with a matched 1911A1). Read our review and enter to win.
Mother’s Day is Coming–Chic Lady for your Mom?
BY Dave Higginbotham Updated: April 23, 2016If you know someone who likes girlie guns, I’ve got just the thing. The Chic Lady from Charter Arms. It even comes in a pink faux alligator case. This could be a good Mother’s Day gift idea, if the Mom in your life likes pink guns. And Charter makes them in other colors, too–some of which are traditionally manly.
Shoot-out: Colt Python vs. Smith & Wesson 686
BY Dave Higginbotham Updated: April 16, 2016Looking for a .357? We’re shooting two of the best–the Smith & Wesson 686 and the Colt Python. So how do these two icons stack up against each other?
GunsAmerica Giveaway Gun: 1911A1 from Auto-Ordnance
BY Sam Trisler Updated: April 16, 2016GunsAmerica is proud to giveaway a matched pair of commemorative Auto-Ordnance .45 ACPs. This is the first part of the matched pair, a 1911A1. It is a compelling historical single action, but Auto-Ordnance is giving it away with a matching Thompson 1927A1. Read our review of the pistol here.
Henry’s Updates .30-30 and .45-70: Review Redux
BY Sam Trisler Updated: April 15, 2016The Henry Repeating Arms Company has listened to customer suggestions and issues and has now addressed a few problem areas on their .45-70 and .30-30 rifles. We’re back on the range with the new guns to update our original review. So what’s new?
As Close to an M16 as You Can Get: FN’s Military Collector Series
BY Jon Hodoway Updated: April 10, 2016Some shooters want an AR-15 they can manipulate, modify, chop, crop and rebuild. FN makes ARs that fit that bill, but this isn’t one of them. The is the FN Military Collector Series M16, and it is about as close as you will get to an M16 without signing up with Uncle Sam.
Why My Concealed Carry Gun is a .357
BY Dick Jones Updated: April 9, 2016The debate about the best concealed carry gun will never be solved. But I’m going to throw in my vote for EDC: the .357. I’ve been studying defensive shooting scenarios and statistics, and here’s why I think this S&W revolver is the best option.
On a Tight Budget? The SCCY 9mm
BY Dave Higginbotham Updated: April 6, 2016Looking for a low-cost 9mm that actually works? Check out the SCCY. This is one of those rare gems that almost everyone can afford, and they have lifetime. So what does a $225 9mm look like, and is it worth the money?
The CMR-30: Kel-Tec’s Compact Powerhouse–New Gun Review
BY Dave Higginbotham Updated: April 2, 2016Looking for a lightweight rifle that still packs a punch? They don’t get much lighter than Kel-Tec’s CMR-30. Great capacity and excellent performance. This compact magnum is as maneuverable as a most full-sized handguns, but with all of the benefits of a rifle’s stability.